About The Cat Compass

A clear-headed guide to living well with cats. We dig into what to actually feed them, how to read the behavior that baffles you, the grooming and health basics that head off bigger problems, and the gear that earns its place — written plainly, by people who scoop the litter box too.

The Cat Compass is an independent resource focused on cat care, nutrition, behavior, and at-home feline wellness how-tos. We publish practical, carefully researched guides for readers who want clear answers without the fluff — whether you are just getting started or looking to sharpen what you already know.

What we do

Every article is written and edited to be genuinely useful: accurate, easy to follow, and grounded in real-world experience. We cover topics across Nutrition & Feeding, Health & Wellness, Behavior & Training, Grooming & Care, Kittens, Gear & Home and update our guides as best practices evolve. We are not affiliated with any of the brands, products, or organizations we may reference; mentions are for the reader's benefit, not an endorsement.

Who writes The Cat Compass

The Cat Compass is written by Sofia Marchetti. Sofia shares her home with three opinionated cats and writes about feline behavior and care; anything medical gets a 'call your vet' first.

How we stay free

The Cat Compass is supported by advertising. We display ads (including ads served by third parties such as Google AdSense) so that our content can remain free to read. Advertising never dictates our editorial recommendations. See our Privacy Policy for details on how ads and analytics work on this site.

Editorial standards & disclaimer

The Cat Compass is an independent cat-care resource. Our guides are researched and written in-house; we are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any food, litter, or product brand we mention. Our articles are general guidance, not veterinary advice — for anything involving your cat's health, medication, diet changes, or an emergency, consult a licensed veterinarian who can examine your cat.

Our content is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Always use your own judgment and consult a qualified professional where appropriate.

Get in touch

Questions, corrections, or feedback are always welcome. Reach us at runbookify@gmail.com or visit our contact page.